Alfa Romeo1990–1993Technical specifications

Spider 2.0: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre petrol (engine code 015.88). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

Match the engine code (015.88) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Alfa Romeo
Model: Spider
Years: 1990–1993
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: 015.88

Performance & efficiency

Power: 88 kW (120 hp)
Engine size: 1,962 cc
Cylinders: 4 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 9.0:1
Fuel system: Bosch

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 6.6 litres

All 117 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1962 (1948)
Compression ratio :1	9,0
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	91
Ignition system Make	Bosch
Ignition system Type	Motronic ML4.1
Ignition system Description	Map-i
Trigger location	Crankshaft
Fuel system Make	Bosch
Fuel system Type	Motronic ML4.1
Fuel system Description	MFI-i
Air metering Type	Flow
Combined ignition and fuel ECM	Yes
Diagnostic socket	No

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Bosch
Ignition coil Type	0 221 122 344
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	11,0
Primary resistance Ohm	0,45-0,55
Secondary resistance Ohm	5400-6600
Distributor (ECM) Make	Bosch
Distributor (ECM) No.	0 237 501 006

Firing order

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) are 0,40-0,45 mm inlet and 0,45-0,50 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,40-0,45 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,45-0,50 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) takes 6.6 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2.

Manual gearbox

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 1.85 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90 semi-synthetic.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 8.5 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SG/A2
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SG/A2
Engine with filter(s) litres	6.6
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	75W-90 Semi-synthetic
Manual transmission litres	1.85
Differential oil grade - rear SAE	90W
Differential rear litres	1.4
Cooling system - total capacity litres	8.5
Brake fluid Type	DOT 4
Power steering fluid Type	Dexron II

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 10,7 mm (solid) front and 7,5 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - solid Front	10,7 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	7,5 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Minimum pad thickness Front	7 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	7 mm

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

The ignition timing on the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) is not adjustable.

Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	Not adjustable

Battery

The Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/90 (60)

Spark plugs

The Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) uses Lodge 2HL spark plugs with a 0,7 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	Lodge
Spark plug Type	2HL
Electrode gap mm	0,7
Spark plugs Make	Autolite
Spark plug Type	APP63
Electrode gap mm	0,7
Spark plugs Make	Beru
Spark plug Type	14-7DU
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	Bosch
Spark plug Type	W7DC
Electrode gap mm	0,7
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	N3C
Electrode gap mm	0,6
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	B7ES
Electrode gap mm	0,6

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	750-850 Not adjustable
Oil temperature °C	60
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe (Cat) Vol. % CO	0,5 Max Not adjustable
HC level at idle speed ppm	100
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2	14,5-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2	0,1-0,5
Increased idle speed for CO test rpm	2500-2900
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %	0,3
Lambda at increased idle λ	0,97-1,03

Starting and charging

Starter motor Make	Bosch
Starter motor Type	0 001 108 011
Minimum starting voltage V	9
Maximum cranking amps A	162-198
Alternator Make	Bosch
Alternator Type	0 120 488 102
Alternator output A/V/rpm	47/14/2100
Regulated voltage V	13,7-14,5

Service checks and adjustments

Oil pressure bar/rpm	3,4-4,9/5000
Radiator cap bar	1,00
Thermostat opens °C	81-85

Fuel system

System pressure bar	2,8-3,2
Regulated pressure with vacuum bar	2,3-2,7
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C	330/80
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm	500-1600
Injector Ohm	16,0
Injector opening duration (hot) ms/rpm	1,5-3,0/800
Idle air control (IAC) valve/idle speed control (ISC) actuator Ohm	8-150
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm	3,0-20,0

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) are tightened in 3 stages: 35-55 Nm, then 74-82 Nm, then a final 82-88 Nm.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	No
Tighten	35-55 Nm
Tighten	74-82 Nm
Run engine	600 miles/1000 km
Individually slacken off	360°
Tighten	82-88 Nm

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	23-25 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	46-49 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Big end bearings Stage 1	25-26 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	49-52 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	110-113 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	21-25 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	187 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	20-22 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	10-14 Nm
Spark plugs	25-34 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)	50 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Steering track rod end	39-44 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	80 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	50 Nm
Road wheels	98 Nm

Air conditioning

Air conditioning refrigerant Type	R12
Air conditioning oil Type	Suniso 5GS

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0?

The firing order for the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 use?

The Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) uses Lodge 2HL spark plugs with a 0,7 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 take?

The Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) takes 6.6 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG/A2.

What are the valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0?

Valve clearances for the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) are 0,40-0,45 mm inlet and 0,45-0,50 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0?

The cylinder head bolts on the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) are tightened in 3 stages: 35-55 Nm, then 74-82 Nm, then a final 82-88 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0?

The ignition timing on the Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 (1990–1993) is not adjustable.